What is the cheapest way to get from Kenosha to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Kenosha to Des Moines is to train and bus which costs $60 - $130 and takes 9h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kenosha to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Kenosha to Des Moines is to train and fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $120 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Kenosha and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Kenosha station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street and arriving at Des Moines via Milwaukee Mitchell Airport and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.

How far is it from Kenosha to Des Moines?

The distance between Kenosha and Des Moines is 389 miles. The road distance is 355.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kenosha to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Kenosha to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 12m and costs $60 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Kenosha to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Kenosha to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kenosha to Des Moines bus from?

Kenosha to Des Moines bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street.

Where does the Kenosha to Des Moines bus arrive?

Kenosha to Des Moines bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Mitchell Airport station.

Can I drive from Kenosha to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Kenosha to Des Moines is 356 miles. It takes approximately 6h 19m to drive from Kenosha to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 259+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Kenosha to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Kenosha to Des Moines by train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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1. Take the train from Kenosha to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
9h 12m
$65–121
Drive 353.5 mi
1. Drive from Kenosha to Des Moinescar 353.5 mi
6h 19m
$65–94
Bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MKE - DSM
5h 56m
$144–785
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
11h 7m
$90–186
Bus
1. Take the bus from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Mitchell Airport to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
11h 32m
$75–146
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
5h 3m
$101–515
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
5h 2m
$126–684

Kenosha to Des Moines by train and bus

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9h 12mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.6 mi
Duration: 9h 12m

What companies run services between Kenosha, WI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street to Des Moines via Mitchell Airport, Milwaukee Mitchell Airport, and Chicago Bus Station in around 11h 32m.

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